Let’s explore London’s most iconic sights together whilst discover all the enchanting hidden gems.
This flexible 1-day is fully customisable, allowing us to create the perfect itinerary for what you want to see and do. Whether you want to visit historic sites like the Tower of London, Shakespeare’s Globe, and Big Ben, or catch glimpses of Downing Street, Piccadilly Circus, and enjoy a river cruise, we can tailor the day to include as much or as little as you’d like. From shopping in Covent Garden and sightseeing around the city to soaking in the vibrant atmosphere of Soho, this tour offers a bespoke London experience.
Itinerary
Private London Highlights & City Experience
This itinerary is fully flexible and can be tailored to your interests. To request specific sights or experiences, contact us any time before or during your tour, and we’ll create a day that fits exactly what you want.
Pick-up from your accommodation
Collection with your private guide
Begin your journey through central London
Tower of London
Visit one of London’s most historic landmarks.
Explore the fortress and learn about its history as a royal palace, prison, and treasury.
View the Crown Jewels, one of the most recognised royal collections in the world.
River Thames Experience
Enjoy a scenic trip along the River Thames.
Admire landmarks including Tower Bridge, St Paul’s Cathedral, and Shakespeare’s Globe.
A relaxed way to see the city from a different perspective
London Landmarks
Walk through central London, passing some of the city’s most recognisable sights.
See Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament, and Downing Street, and take in the city’s atmosphere between districts.
Covent Garden
Explore one of London’s most vibrant areas, browse shops and markets, and enjoy lively street performances.
Leicester Square & West End
Pass through the heart of London’s entertainment district, see where major film premieres take place, and experience the energy of the West End.
Soho
Explore one of London’s most characterful neighbourhoods, known for its restaurants, cafés, and unique atmosphere. Pause, explore, or enjoy food and drink as you wish.
Return or Drop-off Location
End your day flexibly by returning to your accommodation or remaining in central London.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can we change what we see on the day?
Yes, and the tour is built that way. The itinerary is fully flexible and tailored to your interests, so you can ask for specific sights or experiences at any point before the tour or while it is happening. If a queue is long or the weather turns, we reshape the afternoon around it rather than marching you through a fixed list.
Is a private tour of the Tower of London worth it?
It is if you want the story rather than a walk round a fortress. The Tower has been a royal palace, a prison and a treasury, so having a guide alongside you means the Crown Jewels and the buildings arrive with their history attached. Because the day is private, you can also give the Tower as much of the morning as it earns instead of leaving on somebody else’s schedule.
How much of London can we realistically see in one day?
A good deal, because the guide is yours and the route is planned rather than improvised. A typical day takes in the Tower of London, a trip along the Thames past Tower Bridge, St Paul’s and Shakespeare’s Globe, the walk by Big Ben and Downing Street, then Covent Garden, Leicester Square and Soho. Push for more than that and every stop gets shorter, which is usually a poor trade.
Does the day include a boat trip on the Thames?
Yes, a scenic trip along the river is part of the shape of the day, and it is one of the better ways to watch the city change as you move through it. From the water you pass Tower Bridge, St Paul’s Cathedral and Shakespeare’s Globe. It also gives everyone a sit down in the middle of a day that involves a fair amount of walking.
Where does the tour finish?
Wherever suits you. Most guests are returned to their accommodation at the end of the day, but if you would rather be left in central London for dinner or a show we finish there instead. The West End and Soho are already on the route, so staying out is the easy option rather than the awkward one.
What else can we see if we have more than a day in London?
Windsor Castle, Stonehenge, Hampton Court, Oxford, the Cotswolds and Brighton and the southern coast each have separate day-tour options. What works from a particular pickup depends on traffic, opening days and timed tickets, so use the individual itinerary and confirmation for the day you choose. The day trips from London page brings those options together.
